Is Chauncey Billups A-List?
No — Chauncey Billups is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2004
NBA Finals MVP
Lost A-list status in 2014
Dropped to B tier — Retires from the NBA
Ranking Timeline
Drafted by Boston Celtics
Drafted early in the first round, Chauncey joins the Celtics and gets his first NBA contract.
NBA Finals MVP
Winning the championship and being named Finals MVP propelled him to stardom.
Plays for New York Knicks
Plays for the Knicks and continues to earn significant salary.
Retires from the NBA
After a long and successful career, retires and gets a significant payout.
Named Portland Head Coach
Returns to the NBA as a head coach in Portland, a high profile job.
Hall of Fame Induction
Hall of Fame induction grows legacy.
Blazers Head Coach
Billups continues to coach the Trail Blazers, solidifying his role and net worth.
Last updated: February 24, 2026